Whenever I start feeling like the world is too heavy for my meager shoulders, I try to think about all of the people who continue to live wonderfully happy lives, despite very adverse circumstances. How do they do it? How can they still manage to laugh and play in the midst of an incredibly stressful life? The answer to this question is not hard. True happiness comes from within, and internal joy is rarely affected by external events.

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How does one become genuinely happy? The first, and often not so obvious, step is to start loving yourself. My brother, a Catholic priest and religion professor, once told me that "real love requires acceptance." So, if you truly want to start loving yourself, it means accepting the fact that you are not perfect. People make bad choices all the time. Genuinely happy people always manage to find the courage to recover from their mistakes. If you're really serious about finding true happiness, it's important for you to accept the fact that you're only human. From time to time, you will mess things up.

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Genuine happiness also comes from contentment. If you are truly contented with your job, the way you look, your family, your friends, the place you live, your car, and all the other things in and around your personal space, you already know the answer to the question "How do I find genuine happiness?"

This journey we call life is really about learning the difference between right and wrong, trying and failing, and even wining and losing. These are the things that happen to us almost as often as we breathe. In many of our lives, failure has become as abundant and necessary as air. Yet, these failures should never stop us from becoming happy.

Genuinely happy people don't normally wallowing in their failures. Instead, they tend to look at failure from a more optimistic point of view. Optimists believe failure is just a temporary setback, and that the causes are confined to just one case. So, an optimist will only focus on and plan for the problem at hand. They often use a technique known as "positive reinterpretation." In other words, they will most likely interpret a negative experience in a way that helps them learn and grow. People who embrace this optimistic outlook are rarely deeply affected by failure, since they perceive it as a challenge, and they will therefore try harder.

Genuine happiness isn't about driving the hottest car, or living in the biggest house. In reality, true happiness has very little to do with the accumulation and possession of material things. Contrary to what you might think, the most sought after prizes in life don't always go to the fastest, the strongest, the bravest, or even the best. Why? It's because each of us has our own definition of happiness. For a writer, true happiness may mean creating a best selling novel. Happiness for a professional basketball rookie may mean getting the rookie of the year award. However, for a beggar, real happiness could be as simple as getting a hot meal.

While true happiness isn't about having all the best things in the world, it is about doing your best, and making the most out of every situation. Until you learn to smile at your own mistakes and tell yourself you'll do better next time, strong will and determination will never burn inside you. True happiness requires a willingness to stand up and try again, especially when you get knocked down.

Learning to accept yourself and your own faults, is the first step toward finding genuine happiness. And once you've learned to accept yourself, it won't be much of a stretch for you to accept others. Remember, love is really about acceptance, and when you know how to accept others, you will also be accepted. One of life's unchanging rules is the fact that you always get back what you put out.

"But what is happiness except the simple harmony between a man and the life he leads?" - Albert Camus

Happiness Comes From Within

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Christmas Sales Makita Bare-Tool BSS610Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2-Inch Circular Saw 201

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Christmas Sales Makita Bare-Tool BSS610Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2-Inch Circular Saw Feature

Makita-built motor delivers 3,700 RPM for faster cutting and ripping through wood
Compact, ergonomic design, 7.1 pounds, for reduced operator fatigue
Built-in LED light illuminates work area, built-in dust blower keeps line of cut free of debris
LXT lithium-ion battery, Energy Star rated 30-minute rapid optimum charger produce 430% total lifetime work, 2.5X more cycles
Tool only (batteries not included), 3-year warranty on tool

Christmas Sales Makita Bare-Tool BSS610Z 18-Volt LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2-Inch Circular Saw Overview

The Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2-Inch Circular Saw delivers cordless cutting power to the jobsite. The BSS610Z has a Makita-built high-torque motor and a compact design for a range of cutting applications, and will cut 2X material at 45 degrees.

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BSS610Z Features

PERFORMANCE - LXT Li-Ion batteries charge in 30 minutes, run longer and deliver 2.5X more cycles

SPEED - 3,700 RPM for faster cutting and ripping

CONTROL - Built-in dust blower and L.E.D. light for accurate cuts

COMFORT - Only 7.1 lbs. with ergonomic grip

Battery and charger not included

Tool Specifications

Blade diameter	6-1/2"
Arbor	5/8"
Max. cutting depth	90° (2-1/4"), 45° (1-9/16")
No load speed	3,700 RPM
Battery	18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Overall length	13-5/8"
Net weight	7.1 lbs. (w/battery)

Makita-Built Motor Engineered for Versatile Power
The BSS610Z features a Makita-built high-torque motor that produces 3,700 RPM for faster cutting. The saw has a 50 degree maximum bevel cutting capacity and is engineered with a heavy gauge, precision machined base for smooth, accurate cutting and added durability.

Ergonomic Design in a Compact Size
The BSS610Z weighs just 7.1 pounds (with battery, sold separately) with a more compact design at 13-5/8 inches long and an ergonomic shape that fits like a glove for reduced operator fatigue. The BSS610Z is also equipped with two built-in L.E.D. lights that illuminate the work area for more efficient work, as well as a built-in dust blower to keep the line of cut free of debris.

Versatile Design for a Range of Applications
The BSS610Z is engineered for a range of cutting tasks, and is perfect for roofing, carpentry, remodeling, woodworking, and for any pro contractor who requires a best-in-class engineered cordless circular saw. The BSS610Z is just another example of Makita's commitment to innovative technology and best-in-class engineering.

About Makita's 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Tool Series
As one of the pioneers driving the cordless tool revolution, Makita changed the game with its breakthrough 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Series. Three years after its debut, Makita's LXT Series has grown from seven to over 35 tools, providing a wide range of cordless solutions for professional tradesmen. Makita also added 18V Compact Lithium-Ion for cordless power in a more compact size.

About Makita
Makita is a worldwide manufacturer of industrial quality power tools, and offers a wide range of industrial accessories. Makita applies leading-edge innovation to produce tools that are stronger, lighter, more powerful and easier to use. Makita USA, Inc. is located in La Mirada, California, and operates an extensive distribution network located throughout the U.S. For more information, please call 800/4-MAKITA (800/462-5482) or visit the website at makitatools.com. Makita is Best in Class Engineering.

Warranty
Every Makita Lithium-Ion tool is backed by Makita's 3-Year Warranty that covers repair due to defects in materials or workmanship up to three years from the date of original purchase. Makita Lithium-Ion batteries and chargers have a limited 1-year warranty. Please see makitatools.com for complete details.